By Mai Tokugawa
Aquas is an aquarium located near big Iwami seaside park in Shimane. There are many fish and other see animals. For example, penguins, jellyfishes, and sea lions. The most popular fish among them is the white dolphins. People will come to see their amazing show. They’re very smart creatures and they give us a great show. Aquas not only includes display area of fish, but also has souvenir shops and restaurants where you can eat delicious fish, so you enjoy the aquarium even more.
There are many unusual fish from around the world. Watching the dolphins swim is soothing. White dolphins entertain us with bubble rings and ball game. In Aquas, you can see the sweet waddle and gestures of four kinds of penguins up close and look at penguins swimming overhead. In the Sea of Japan zone, you can see both Tsushima Current fish and cold-water fish. You can spend a lot of time there.
You’ll want to share your memories with your friends and family. There is a big store upstairs. There are various kinds of stuffed animals on sale. Fish-patterned cookies and sweets have been commercialized. Mugs and key rings can be used in everyday life. You will be able to enjoy browsing a variety goods and may find it difficult to choose what to buy.
The restaurants smell good. You can eat a variety of fish dishes at the Restaurant Iruka. The restaurant is convenient because it is near the aquarium, a park with large playground equipment, and a souvenir shop. Marine House restaurant attracts attention to the building standing right in front of the aquarium. At the restaurant “Don-don,” you can eat ramen and rice bowl dishes. You can fill your stomach at these restaurants.
Aquas will surely excite visitors. There are many kinds of fish swimming. The white dolphin, the most watched in Aquas, is waiting for you. You will have a great day watching strange fish and eating a delicious lunch. Please try and go there. It’s very exciting. You can enjoy it absolutely.
